Fore Systems ES-2810 - Installing a Module; Introduction; Static-Free Working Area; Avoiding Damage to the Circuit Board

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FORE Systems ES-2810 Ethernet Switch User’s Manual
Introduction to the ES-2810
1.6 Installing a Module
1.6.1 Introduction
You can increase the connectivity options of your switch by installing a module.
WARNING!
Modules are not designed to be installed in, or
removed from, the switch while it is in operation.
You must power off the switch before attempting
to install or remove a module.
1.6.2 Static-free Working Area
The module’s printed circuit board is an Electrostatic Sensitive Device and should be handled
only in a static-free working area; otherwise, the printed circuit board may fail or be degraded.
1.6.3 Avoiding Damage to the Circuit Board
If you remove the plate covering the slot on the front of the switch, for example, to install or
remove a module, follow this procedure to avoid damage to your printed circuit board:
WARNING!
Do not remove the plate unless the switch is
disconnected from the main power supply.
1. Disconnect the switch from the main power supply.
2. Ground the switch before you handle the printed circuit board.
3. Connect yourself to a non-painted/non-isolated part of the grounded switch (for
example the back panel) using a wrist strap with 1MΩ resistance to ensure that you
carry the same electrostatic charge as the enclosure.
4. Remove the plate covering the slot.